About this route
Airlines serving both Tokyo and Istanbul include Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates and 5 more. Compare 2 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 22,500 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANA Mileage Club | 22,500 | 55,000 | — |
| Turkish Miles | 50,000 | 100,000 | 135,000 |
Published one-way award prices for NRT–IST. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Award chart data last updated 19 April 2026.
Airlines serving these airports
These carriers serve both NRT and IST, non-stop or via a connecting hub.
Qatar Airways
QR
Etihad Airways
EY
Emirates
EK
Turkish Airlines
TK
ANA
NH
Lufthansa
LH
Air France
AF
KLM
KL
Best programs for this route
ANA Mileage Club
Biz: 55,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 100,000 ptsWhen award seats open on this route
Booking tips
- ANA Mileage Club offers the cheapest economy award at 22,500 points
- Best business class value: ANA Mileage Club at 55,000 points
- First class available from 135,000 points via Turkish Miles
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
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Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul?
The cheapest option is ANA Mileage Club starting at 22,500 points in economy. Compare 2 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Tokyo to Istanbul with points?
ANA Mileage Club offers business class for 55,000 points one-way. Other options include Turkish Miles at 100,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for NRT to IST?
You can book this route with ANA Mileage Club and Turkish Miles. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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